Associate Structural Engineer

Buro Happold Limited; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO (4 weeks) plus 10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Annual discretionary bonus

Reimbursement for professional licenses

Job summary

Buro Happold Limited is seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer in Los Angeles. You will support the U.S. structural team in winning and delivering technical solutions. Key responsibilities include developing proposals, managing client relationships, and representing Buro Happold in industry events.

Ideal candidates will possess 10+ years of experience, a Master’s Degree, and a PE and/or SE license. The role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading structural projects across various sectors.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Proven track record in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop project proposals and fee estimates.
• Engage in local industry groups or events.
• Manage client relationships to further work.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership in structural projects

Proactive character

Education

Master’s Degree

Licensed as PE and/or SE

Job description

Start designing tomorrow’s future!

Buro Happold is currently seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer. In this role, you will represent Buro Happold’s Los Angeles team and support Buro Happold’s U.S. structural team in winning and delivering technical solutions.

Key Duties

• Develop the reputation of Buro Happold structural engineering as best in class across a range of project types.
• Develop project proposals and fee estimates for all project types and ensure projects are delivered profitably, on schedule, and within scope and budget.
• Set a strong example of client care and general consultancy support for the regional team.
• Represent Buro Happold at design team meetings, internally and externally, providing project leadership and fostering sustained client relationships.
• Participate in project technical/quality reviews of specifications, reports, and drawings.
• Manage relationships with internal and external clients, engineers, and other stakeholders to further work, win new commissions, and grow the team.
• Represent Buro Happold externally by engaging in local industry groups or events that align with the team’s goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of significant experience leading structural and multi-disciplinary projects or teams across a variety of sectors.
• Master’s Degree.
• Licensed as PE and/or SE.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of stakeholders including senior management, clients, and company staff.
• Proven track record of client relationship management and project delivery.
• Strong interest in work‑winning.
• Proactive, confident character with a track record of taking the lead.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $115,000 – $150,000 (based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience).

• Generous benefits package.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Generous PTO (4 weeks) plus 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Hybrid working and summer hours.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
• Connection to global network of experts.
• Access to wide range of learning and development opportunities.

We welcome flexible working patterns and support a diverse workplace.